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motherjones.compolitics1 day ago
DCCC-Backed Candidates Lose Two Democratic Primaries
Two candidates endorsed by the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee lost primary contests this month. The defeats occurred in California's 22nd district and Maine's 2nd district.
usatoday.compolitics2 days ago
Early Voting Begins in New York Democratic Congressional Primary Races
Early voting has started for several Democratic congressional primary contests in New York. One state assembly member is directing attention toward federal policy questions rather than running for Congress.
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Semaforworld20 days ago
AIPAC backs candidates in Democratic primaries
Candidates in several Democratic primaries have faced attacks over ties to the American Israel Public Affairs Committee. The criticism now links the group to both the war in Iran and concerns about undisclosed political spending.
Washington Examinerpolitics23 days ago
Democratic Candidates Discuss Israel Policy in Recent Debates
Several Democratic candidates in state and congressional primaries devoted significant time to Israel and related lobbying groups during recent campaign events. Coverage noted that Israel ranked tied for 15th among voter concerns in 2024.
politics27 days ago
Democratic Candidates Trade Accusations Over Stock Holdings in Primaries
Several Democratic primary contests feature attacks on opponents' personal stock trades and wealth. Candidates cite financial disclosures and blind trusts while seeking to strengthen the party's anti-corruption message ahead of midterm elections.
Fortunefinance27 days ago
Democratic Candidates Face Attacks Over Personal Stock Holdings in Primaries
Several Democratic primary candidates have traded accusations about stock trading and personal wealth while campaigning on anti-corruption themes. The issue has surfaced in races in Texas, Utah, New York, and California.
washingtonpost.comworld40 days ago
Super PAC With Republican Ties Intervenes in Democratic Primaries
A newly formed super PAC with ties to Republicans has begun spending in Democratic primary races. In one case the group is supporting a sex therapist running for office in Texas who has faced accusations of antisemitism. The involvement marks an unusual effort by one party to inf…
foxnews.compolitics43 days ago
Republican Primary Challenges in Kentucky and Indiana Test Trump Influence
A May 9, 2026, Dispatch newsletter examined recent Republican primaries in Indiana and an upcoming one in Kentucky involving Rep. Thomas Massie. Trump endorsed challengers to eight Indiana state senators who blocked a congressional redistricting effort last fall. The article also…
calgaryherald.compolitics46 days ago
Far-Left Candidates Advance in Democratic Senate Primaries in Maine and Michigan
Graham Platner defeated Maine Gov. Janet Mills in the Democratic Senate primary and addressed state party delegates over the weekend. In Michigan, Abdul El-Sayed has risen in polls in the Senate primary with a focus on criticism of Israel. The Free Press reported that small-dolla…
Semaforpolitics47 days ago
Former President Biden Endorses Candidates in Georgia and Massachusetts Primaries
Former President Joe Biden endorsed two candidates in Democratic primaries last week, supporting Keisha Lance Bottoms for Georgia governor and Dan Koh for a Massachusetts House seat. In California, Xavier Becerra is campaigning on his record as Biden's Health and Human Services s…
jta.orgworld53 days ago
AIPAC Backs Candidates in Democratic Primaries Across States
Support from the American Israel Public Affairs Committee has become a point of contention in several Democratic primaries, including in Michigan, Minnesota, and New Jersey. A recent Pew Research Center poll indicated that 60% of Americans hold an unfavorable view of Israel, with…
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